1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 129 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (600 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | XJ |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 271 HP |
Torque | 624 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |